Good news for Del Taco fans! The fast food chain has announced that it will reopen several of the locations that were closed earlier this year across various parts of the United States. Here’s everything we know so far.
How many restaurants will Del Taco reopen?
According to the company, 17 restaurants are expected to reopen.
Which restaurants will Del Taco reopen?
So far, the chain has not specified which exact locations will resume operations, but it did state that they are located in Denver and Colorado Springs. No reopening dates have been announced either.
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Which Del Taco restaurants closed in Colorado?
As of February 2025, the franchise had 19 locations in Colorado at the following sites:
- Aurora: 24023 E. Prospect Ave
- Aurora: 14400 E Colfax Ave
- Aurora: 3465 N. Salida Street
- Brighton: 570 E. Bromley Ln
- Castle Rock: 6383 Promenade Parkway
- Centennial: 11155 East Arapahoe Rd
- Colorado Springs: 8020 N. Academy Blvd
- Colorado Springs: 1645 Space Center Dr
- Colorado Springs: 4310 N. Academy Blvd
- Commerce City: 18260 East 104th Ave
- Denver: 8100 Northfield Blvd
- Englewood: 50 West Belleview Ave
- Firestone: 11053 I-25 Frontage Rd
- Grand Junction: 2878 North Ave
- Greeley: 2913 23rd Avenue South
- Lakewood: 43 Union Blvd
- Lakewood: 5240 South Wadsworth
- Lone Tree: 7506 Parkway Dr
- Parker: 11147 Pikes Peak Drive
According to a statement from the company, the only location from this list still in operation is the one in Grand Junction, as it is owned by a different franchisee and was therefore not affected by the closures.
Why did Del Taco close its locations in Colorado?
The company has not disclosed the reason why the franchisee decided to close the 18 locations in Colorado. However, at the time, it did state that the closures would be temporary and that it planned to reopen the locations as soon as possible.
How many Del Taco locations are there in the United States?
According to the chain’s website, there are currently 591 locations in 18 states across the United States.
History of Del Taco
Ed Hackbarth and David Jameson opened the first Del Taco in Yermo, California, in 1964. Their menu included tacos for just 19 cents, tostadas, fries, and cheeseburgers for 24 cents. On its first day of operation, the chain earned $169, which translates to the sale of approximately 900 tacos.
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During the 1970s, Del Taco experienced significant growth. By 1977, it had 50 restaurants, and by the following year, that number had doubled to 100. The menu also diversified, adding new items such as the taco sandwich, quesadillas, and ice cream.
In 1988, the brand significantly expanded its presence by merging with Naugles, which allowed it to broaden its geographic reach. It also began operating 24 hours a day to cater to the needs of an always-active lifestyle.
Throughout the 1990s, Del Taco prepared for significant expansion by implementing several initiatives focused on improving the customer experience and strengthening its brand image, including a redesign of its logo.
In 2006, the chain nearly doubled in size, reaching its 500th location in 2008. That same year, a new dessert was added to the menu: caramel cheesecake bites, which quickly became a customer favorite. Additionally, a special promotion was launched offering a humorous interpretation of the brand.
With the introduction of “The Del Taco,” the “Buck & Under” menu, and the inclusion of fresh ingredients like sliced avocado, Del Taco established itself in 2010 as a leader in offering fresh, quality food at affordable prices.
